Survey companies are a dime a dozen. Sadly, many of them do not deliver on their promises. But, there are some that are worth your time. We have rounded up the top ten legit survey companies that you should start using right way.

There are many ways you can make money from home. One thing I started doing several years ago was surveys.

Now, I never replaced my income or made a ton of money doing them, but I did make a little. One even paid me $75 for a 10-minute call. Not too shabby if you ask me!!

While it is a nice way to bring in a little money, you have to be careful. There are a lot of companies out there who would love nothing more than to take your hard earned money. That’s why you need to understand who it is you can trust.

The key is to find the right companies that will not take hours to complete. Fortunately, most of them do not take much time and are a great way to spend time if you are standing in line, waiting to pick the kids up at school or sitting on the sofa watching television.

I’ve watched companies for a long time and have determined who is reputable and which companies you should avoid. I’ve created a list of the best survey companies that you will want to consider.

TIPS TO MAKE MONEY TAKING SURVEYS

There is a secret to putting surveys to work for you. Over the years, there are things I’ve figured out that have helped me generate additional income, and saved me a lot of time and headache.

1. Make sure you sign up for multiple companies

In fact, I recommend you sign up for all of them. The reason is that you won’t make much on each individually, but can do pretty good collectively.

2. Use a different email address

Never use your domain assigned email or the one you use to connect with family and friends. Create a “survey only” email. That way, all of the requests come into one place, and you can sort through them quickly – without too many coming into your regular daily email account.

3. Complete your profile in detail

Be very specific when you fill out the survey. Many times, the company wants to hear from certain people. If your profile is complete, they won’t send a survey to you to complete if you are not their target audience. There is nothing worse than spending time trying to take a survey, just to find you do not qualify.

4. Spend just a few minutes a day

I would not devote hours a day to completing surveys. A few minutes each evening, while you are relaxing on the sofa, works well (this is what I do).

Now, you are ready to get signed up!

SURVEY SITES THAT PAY CASH

To make sure you do not waste your time, we’ve got a list of the top legit surveys to make money. Stick with these, and you’ll be on your way to some extra cash in no time at all.

1. Pinecone Research

Pinecone is one of my favorite survey companies. The reason for that is because they pay well. They can be difficult to get approval on as they only open up their accounts for various demographics from time to time.

If you don’t get in right away, make sure you try again later as the first time may not work, but you might be lucky the second time around.

2. Harris Poll

Harris Poll is another survey site that is at the top of my list. They too pay very well, but that isn’t the only reason I like them. When you are a member of Harris Poll online, you have the opportunity to influence important decision makers in government, corporations, and non-profit organizations. You can help shape the policies, products, and services they offer you! Sign up at Harris Poll today!

3. VIP Voice

Sign up with VIP Voice where you take Surveys and get rewards. Right now, when you sign up, you will earn triple reward points on the first survey you take. Cash in your points for great prizes and rewards. VIP voice is also offering a chance for you to win $1,000 – sign up and confirm your email!

4. Earning Station

EarningStation is a ‘Get-Paid-To’ site where you do exactly- get paid to Take Surveys, Watch Videos, Play Games, and Shop Online. They pay the highest amount online to its members and offer unique ways to earn you won’t find elsewhere. With EarningStation, you choose how you earn.

5. Inbox Dollars

This is a fun site which pays you to do all sorts of things like search, take surveys, read e-mails, run online searches, and so much more! And, right now, they are offering a $5 sign up bonus!! Check out all of these things you can do to make money at Inbox Dollars!!!

6. Vindale Research

This company often pays a bit higher rate. Vindale has paid as much as $50 for just a single survey! I also like that they offer a PayPal cash-out option, so your money can be transferred directly to you.

7. Swagbucks

Swagbucks is a fun site to use. You can get paid for taking surveys, but also for shopping, completing searches and more! Use it in place of Google to search, and you’ll earn points. Turn those points into gift cards – like Amazon gift cards (my personal favorite).

8. Survey Junkie

Survey Junkie has not been around nearly as long as the other, but they have a quick payout – which I really like! They too offer both cash and gift card payout options.

9. iSay

You will also want to check into iSay. This site offers different surveys that are paid out in points. Points are cashed in for offers and rewards. What I like even more about this one is you can even opt to donate your earnings to charity!! What a simple way to help someone else.

10. Ebates

Many of you may think Ebates is just a site that pays you when you shop online, but they do more than that. Right now, when you sign up, you will get a FREE $10 gift card! Then, start opening emails to hear points. Those points can be cashed in to earn you gift cards.

11. OneOpinion

If you like to give your thoughts about products, then OneOpinion is another site to consider joining. It takes just a minute to get started and you will start earning points. Cash them in for Amazon gift cards or cash.

12. Product Report Card

Join Product Report Card and get paid for filling out surveys. Most of them are quick to fill out and you can rack up points which convert to cash! One thing we love about this site is their amazing customer service. They are there to help in any way they can.

13. Shop Tracker

ShopTracker is not a survey company, but because it is an easy way to make money online, I wanted to include it here. ShopTracker is an app you download (for which you are paid $3 instantly). You then get paid to shop. If you are going to shop online anyhow, why not get paid to do so! Read more about ShopTracker.

14. Nielsen Computer & Mobile Panel

If you spend most of your time online, you should sign up for Nielsen Computer & Mobile Panel. You sign up (for free) and then connect your devices. That’s it. Just use your phone, tablet and computer as usual and you’ll earn free rewards.

15. My Points

MyPoints is more than just a survey site. You can earn points for opening emails, answering questions and more. Your points can be redeemed for gift cards or cash.

While survey companies will not make you rich, they can be a great way to supplement your income by bringing in a little cash month after month.

Comments

i like your list and i actually have 3 of your choices on my list on my money making blog gettingstuff.blogspot.com but you left off one i recommend and thats mintvine.com
i’ll check out some of the others you suggested

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